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Netherlands vs Japan LIVE SCORE FIFA World Cup: NED 0-0 JPN in 1st half; GER humble Curacao 7-1

Four-time world champions Germany humbled World Cup debutants Curaçao 7-1 at Houston's NRG Stadium in their opening Group E fixture.

FIFA World Cup: Khoukhi's stoppage time goal helps Qatar hold Switzerland

Boualem Khoukhi scored an equalising goal on a header in the fourth minute of stoppage time, and Qatar spoiled a dominant day by Switzerland in a 1-1 draw Saturday in Group B of the World Cup. Several of the Qatari players fell to the ground in celebration of the late goal as others ran to each other to embrace. Breel Embolo scored for Switzerland from the penalty spot in the first half just over a week after being cleared to enter the US following a visa delay, but the Swiss failed to capitalize on multiple other scoring chances. In the 13th minute, Embolo was fouled by Qatar goalkeeper Mahmoud Abunada, who received a yellow card on the play. Abunada lay face down and appeared motionless for a couple of minutes before he began to move his legs and was able to stand up again. When Embolo calmly sent his penalty into the upper left corner in the 17th minute, it sent the red-clad Swiss fans into a dancing frenzy in the stands of Levi's Stadium. The 29-year-old forward applied for an

Brazil vs Morocco HIGHLIGHTS FIFA World Cup: Atlas Lions hold Brazil to 1-1 draw in New Jersey

Brazil started their campaign without Neymar, who continues his recovery from a calf injury.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Group C wide open as Brazil, Morocco play out 1-1 draw

In one of the most anticipated group-stage fixtures of the tournament, both sides produced moments of quality, but ultimately had to settle for a point apiece.

FIFA World Cup: How Pocchetino reshaped the United States football team

For much of the past two decades, USA has been viewed as a team capable of reaching knockout rounds but not more than that. Under Pochettino, that perception has changed.

Will a single win ensure qualification in FIFA World Cup 2026 league stage?

Between 1998 and 2022, qualification from the group stage was straightforward. Only the top two teams from each of the eight groups progressed to the Round of 16.

England left with solitary football after training equipment theft

The England football team was dealt a telling blow after almost all of its training equipment, including players' boots and manager Thomas Tuchel's tactical gear, was reportedly stolen ahead of its World Cup opener against Croatia. "The Football Association (FA) is trying to ascertain what was stolen, with balls and boots among the items feared to have been taken, after vehicles transferring equipment to their Swope Soccer Village base in Kansas City were broken into," the BBC reported. The report also stated that police officers, who are in touch with the FA, are investigating the matter. According to information received, two arrests have been made in connection with the incident. "We are investigating a possible theft of equipment from a team vehicle that arrived in Kansas City with items missing this evening. The investigation is ongoing," a spokesman for Kansas Police was quoted as saying by the website.

FIFA World Cup 2026 June 14 schedule, live match timings (IST), streaming

From Brazil's high-profile showdown against Morocco to host hopefuls Qatar taking on Switzerland, Day 3 offers a mix of title contenders, returning nations and potential upset stories.

Messi event chaos case: WB police issues fresh notice to ex-sports minister

Police issued a fresh notice to former West Bengal sports minister Aroop Biswas on Saturday, asking him to appear before investigators within 48 hours for questioning in a case related to the chaos at the Lionel Messi event at Salt Lake Stadium in December. Biswas had not complied with two notices sent by the Bidhannagar police earlier to appear before it for questioning in the case. He had sought time for appearance, citing personal reasons, sources said. They said that officers served the third notice at the registered address of the former minister. This came after the Calcutta High Court granted protection to Biswas from coercive action till August 17 and directed him to appear before the probe agency on a notice by it, which is to be served at least 48 hours prior. The case stems from an FIR lodged against him by the event organiser Shatadru Dutta, accusing the former minister of black-marketing tickets, extortion, criminal intimidation and cheating in connection with the ...

When will Ronaldo and Messi play their first FIFA World Cup 2026 matches?

At 39 and 41 respectively, Messi and Ronaldo enter what is widely expected to be their final World Cup campaigns, each carrying the hopes of a footballing nation.

Canada pick first ever FIFA World Cup point with 1-1 draw vs Bosnia at home

Canada picked up their first ever World Cup point and scored only their 3rd goal in the FIFA World Cup history.

Sold out or not? Why World Cup crowds look different from official figures

Many venues hosting World Cup matches are operating below their normal maximum capacity because FIFA requires modifications to meet tournament standards.

Fifa World Cup's lesson for finance: Don't trust predictions too much

A London-based strategist's model has correctly predicted the last three Fifa World Cup winners and now identifies the Netherlands as a surprise contender for the 2026 title despite low odds

Mexico vs South Africa HIGHLIGHTS FIFA World Cup: Hosts beat 9-men South Africa 2-0 in opening clash

3 red cards in the 2nd half saw the match end with just 19 players on the field.

FIFA's own goals: Revenue maximisation is tarnishing sporting values

Ticket prices for the final stand at over $7,500, more than four times the price of the 2022 final

FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony live time, performers list, streaming

The tournament officially begins today and will conclude on July 19 with the World Cup final in New Jersey.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Mexico and South Africa to kick start proceedings

The live telecast of the FIFA World Cup 2026 match between Mexico and South Africa will be available on the Unite8 Sports Network.

Is FIFA World Cup 2026 becoming a dividing force instead of a unifying one?

From visa restrictions and travel bans to concerns over fan accessibility and the treatment of players and officials at US entry points, the 1st 48-team WC isn't living up to the expectations.

The 1.67 billion-dollar team: FIFA World Cup 2026's most valuable eleven

The lineup features the highest-valued player in each position based on current market estimates and represents a combined valuation of approximately $1.68 billion.

Fifa World Cup workers threaten strike before $2,000-a-ticket game

Workers are seeking higher wages and stronger protections for personal information from immigration authorities